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Originally published in 1899.This volume from the Cornell University Library's print collections was scanned on an APT BookScan and converted to JPG 2000 format by Kirtas Technologies.All titles scanned cover to cover and pages may include marks notations and other marginalia present in the original volume. ... Read more

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The central concern of this study is to examine why people choose to join campaigning groups, such as Friends of the Earth or Amnesty, in preference to political parties. Particular emphasis is given, however, to environmental campaign groups. Environmental issues gained increasing political importance in the 1980s, and the environment is mentioned in almost every policy development. There is a high level of public interest in dozens of environmental pressure groups. This study asks: why do people choose to join Friends of the Earth or Amnesty International?; who joins?; how are they targeted?; and why do some leave? Drawing on mainly British and American sources, the authors discuss the significance of the two groups for democracy, and comment on the commitment of the public to campaigning. ... Read more

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The studies in this book are the result of a cross-cultural research project which arose from recommendations of the Unesco Regional Working Group on Women's Participation in Public Life in the Arab States Region, organized in cooperation with the Institute of Archaeology and Anthropology, Yarmouk University, Jordan. The contributors - all eminent women scholars of the Arab region - examine the impact of the oil economy, and the effect that radical social and economic changes have had, on patterns of women's work and on value systems concerning their position in society. Women's situation in both rural and urban contexts is studied, and empirical analysis is combined with life histories to demonstrate the complex dynamics of gender relations in Arab states. ... Read more

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Fame, fortune, and glamour, whats more fascinating than the world of royalty? These biographies present the lives of popular queens and princesses. Pictures and first-hand quotations bring you closer than ever to the women behind the crown. ... Read more

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Great Role Model for Young Women
Book is designed for middle or elementary school age students.The book provides great insight into the life of a queen (and the misconceptions).Queen Rania is presented in a very practical and inspiring light.

Excellent - Real Story of a Real Queen
Unlike a fairytale this book will transport you to a world of a real queen.Her Majesty Queen Rania - Her life, thoughts and ideas to make our world a better place to live in.This book will make a great gift for youngsters. ... Read more

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Wonderful Book about a wonderful woman
This is a very intellegent book about the speeches of Barbara Jordan.The author connects history, politics, and religion in a way that gives you a complete picture of Barbara Jordan's life. . . ... Read more

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Jordan Customs, Trade Regulations And Procedures Handbook (World Business, Investment and Government Library) ... Read more

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Demographics has become a critical dimension of the work of many journalists, business professionals, and government analysts and managers. Yet those who are not professional demographers often find locating and effectively using demographics difficult.

Written by leading authorities, Demographics: A Guide provides a single-volume resource that is readily understandable by everyone. It describes and demonstrates how students and working professionals can obtain, use, and communicate demographic information effectively. Consisting of ten chapters organized into four sections on basic demographic concepts, definitions and methods, this book includes sources of demographic and economic data as well as explanations and examples of how to effectively and accurately use them. ... Read more

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This evaluation, prepared in collaboration with the Islamic Development Bank, looks at the effectiveness of Bank assistance to Jordan during the 1990s, from three perspectives: an analysis of the Bank’s services and products, development impact, and the contribution of the Bank and its development partners, to development outcomes.

The Bank’s strategy since 1990, based on wide-ranging and influential analytic and advisory activities, was to support macroeconomic stabilization and pro-market structural reforms to foster growth. The increased focus on the social sectors was aligned with the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). The strategy was relevant to the government’s priorities outlined in a series of five-year economic and social development plans.

The Bank’s programs, in particular, were successful in promoting policy reforms. Substantial tariff, trade and financial sector reforms, together with the removal of disincentives for investment and the privatization of government enterprises, were achieved. Bank assistance also contributed to significant progress in the agriculture, water and social sectors. With Bank support, Jordan made excellent progress in almost all areas covered by the MDGs, and is likely to meet the target levels by 2015. However, these gains have been achieved in an inefficient manner and the cost in terms of public expenditures has been relatively high.

Recommendations outline much needed public sector reform, for despite some public expenditures being curtailed, the country’s vulnerability to external shocks, remains high, and the potential for regional instability is also considerable. Future Bank assistance should focus on public expenditure restructuring, enhanced water management and conservation, and poverty reduction. ... Read more